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Delivering Powerful Presentations
Understanding how to deliver a successful presentation
Session Objective
Presentation skills are useful in many aspects of work and life. Effective presentations are particularly important in the business of sales, and developing the confidence and capability to give good presentations - to stand up in front of an audience and speak well - is a key competency for business success.
This training course covers the fundamental skills required to deliver a professional, confident presentation. These skills are central to being able to channel nerves positively putting the presenter in control, and enabling the audience to relax, enjoy the presentation and respond accordingly.
Session Content
- In essence, what is a presentation?
- The good, the bad and the ugly - what makes a great presenter
- Types of presentation style
- The golden rules - prepare, plan & practise
- The importance of establishing outcomes
- Structuring the presentation for success
- Who are you presenting to - understanding the audience
- Presentation aids - making the right choice and using them effectively
- Controlling the nerves and using them positively
- Presentation delivery
- Presentation success - tips and advice from the best
Advanced Presentation Skills
Depending on the experience and skill level of the group, advanced presentation skills can also be covered as part of this course. These include:
- The Art of Rhetoric - using language to communicate persuasively
- Tricolan - the rule of three
- Use of contrast
- Anecdotes and humour
- Use of imagery and description
- Alliteration - lead, land, love
